Which of the Following Is Least Likely to Represent an Agency

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is least likely to represent an agency problem?

• A) Lavish spending on expense accounts
• B) Plush remodeling of the executive suite
• C) Excessive investment in "safe" projects
• D) Executive incentive compensation plans

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